As early-80s scratchy pop mavericks moved on in search of the perfect production sheen, ex-Fire Engine Davy Henderson formed Win to nail down the bubblegum sound in his head. You’ve Got The Power was relentlessly pushed towards the charts without a jot of success, but is only one of a clutch of day-glo gems on the album. Henderson’s sneer added edge to a sparkling pop fluff confection.
(This piece originally appeared in The Guardian's '1000 Albums To Hear Before You Die - The Ones We Missed' on November 23, 2007)
Monday, 26 November 2007
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